I have just completed my college degree program at Post University, earning an Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education Graudating Dec 15th 2024. I am looking for my first job here on Care. com.
I'd describe my personality as fun, positive, caring, creative, empathic, safe, and secure.
I like working with kids because...
I have been teaching for more than 15 years. My BA is from EMU in special education and I have a Master's Degree in the Art of Teaching, as well. I am currently work for the county working with students 3 years old to 26 years old, who are deaf or hard of hearing. In the past, I taught in a tradition elementary school, middle...
I'm Megan! I am responsible and energetic babysitter/tutor/swim instructor. I have 8+ years of experience caring for and working with children.
-youth swim instructor for the YMCA + City of Jackson (private lessons available!)
-I love all things creative and hands-on (arts, crafts, cooking/baking, science experiments,,...
Megan can also help with: Grocery shopping, travel, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Megan was our nanny for the first year of the pandemic. We had a 6yr old girl and twin 4yr olds at the time. She was very punctual and an amazing communicator. She was not distracted by her phone and did not distract kids with screens - she was very active,...
Hello! I have experience working at a daycare with up to 12 children and have cared for 4-6 kids on my own at a time. Outside of daycare, I've worked with children of various ages including infants. I've helped with homework, led playtime and creative projects, read books, and organized learning games. I strive to create fun and...
Rachel can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
5.0
"Rachel is wonderful with children. Rachel is very attentive to children's needs. She is very friendly and kind. Rachel is flexible and has a great willingness to help. She is very fun to be around and my children love their time with her. My children talk...
I am a 46-year-old mom of three children ages 23, 21 , and 11 years old. I love children and have spent my life taking care of kids of all ages in formal day care settings, private nanny and babysitting jobs, coaching positions, and also home-schooled my own children for 8 years. I have also taught classes to classrooms full of...
Kelly can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, swimming supervision, light cleaning & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Kelly has been wonderful to work with. She provided summer care for my soon to be seven year old. My little lived her best life playing at Kelly’s, swimming, doing activities, and getting time every day she was there doing some academics. I will definitely hire...
I am a recent graduate from Georgetown University with a MS in Physiology. I also graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a BS in Microbiology and a BA in Fiction Writing. I have babysat children for over 10 years, paid. I volunteer every Sunday at my church playing and teaching 7 kids. I mainly work with preschool aged...
Jeni can also help with: Carpooling, travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"Jeni is the early childhood whisperer! She is poised, knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about kids and families. She exudes excellent character values and morals in addition to a conscientious attitude toward caregiving."
My name is Ashley and I am a young professional employed full time in technical sales but am available during weeknights for tutoring and for occasional babysitting! I tutored elementary-high school students while in high school and college, with an emphasize in English and math, but can assist with a variety of subjects. I am...
5.0
"Ashley has been tutoring my 3 children for many months now. She is very patient and kind. My children love her and look forward to learning with her on a weekly basis! I recommend her for all families who are in need of assistance."
I have had many experiences with children over many years. I am a mom to 4 grown up children and a grandmother to 5 grandchildren. Additionally, I have a bachelor's degree in elementary education and certification as an early childhood educator. My recent teaching experiences with children have included children from ages 3 to 8...
Gina can also help with: Light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Gina has worked with young kids her entire life. She is a kind and loving person who will care for your children like they are her own. "
Hi! I'm Kirsten!
I am a middle school English Language Arts and Social Studies teacher in Ann Arbor. I am certified to teach English And Social Studies for grades 6-12, but I am open to tutoring any age!
I'd describe my personality as dedicated, organized, personable.
In my spare time, I like to read, sing, sail, and go on...
5.0
"I only wish that she had been able to tutor for a longer period of time. Great job. Thanks."
My name is Ashley and I am a young professional available for part time tutoring or babysitting during weeknights outside of my normal 9-5 hours! I tutored elementary-high school students while in high school and college, with an emphasize in English and math, but can assist with a variety of subjects. My junior and senior year...
Ashley can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, light cleaning
I am a certified elementary teacher with an MA in teaching. I have 13 years of successful tutoring experience. I help students get caught up in reading, math, and writing. I've also homeschooled a number of students in these subjects and more. I use games, high-interest activities, and carefully planned lessons to help students...
5.0
"Outstanding to work with Heather has work well with our son as well as communication with us as parents. She's assisting our son with on-line private schooling has kept it stress free and ensured he's learning not just marking off the boxes! "
In past seven years I have worked full time and part time as a substitute teacher
K-12. I have tutored K-12 for 8 years. Subjects I have taught
English, History, Science, Math, Computers, Test/ Exams, and
Language Arts. My experience I have worked with ADHD and ADD providing skills to overcome the challenges student's have. I...
5.0
"Maha is a top-notch tutor!
She has been working for my family for almost 2 years now and am so grateful to have her! She is cares deeply for her students and is very passionate about what she does. She has gone above and beyond to exceed my family's needs and I...
Need help getting your student to complete all the work the district expects? Time management an issue? Kids bored at home all day? Let me help! I am currently teaching reading, writing and math to several elementary age students (Young 5's through 9th). We try to have as much fun as possible with games and active learning. I am...
5.0
"Dawn is such a good tutor. She has taken the time to connect meaningfully with my brother and communicate his progress with us. She is very caring and compassionate, and also professional and organized. She also has a very positive and uplifting energy to her,...
Hello, I'm an energetic grandmother and former teacher with over 30 years of experience with children. I've been a nanny for the past 5 years, caring for children from birth through 4 years of age. Prior to that, I taught elementary school for 17 years and had endorsements in early childhood education, math, and reading. I was a...
Deborah can also help with: Carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep, grocery shopping & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Debbie has looked after our kids for about 4 years, and we have loved having her as our nanny! I believe she is the 'gold standard' for a nanny: she is someone with talent, training, and experience that you can trust completely.
Debbie began working for us when...
I'm a retired Special Education teacher and public school speech therapist. I'm a certified teacher in Michigan for 25 years and have a Masters in Learning Disabilities. I've worked with all ages and grades K-12 in various positions. I enjoy working with children and youth to help them reach their potential and provide...
4.0
"Sue Anne is working with my twin second graders to supplement their literacy skills. She is skilled at keeping them on task."
I have always enjoyed working with children whether it was as a Case Manager for autistic children, Infant Care Giver at an orphanage, or Infant/Toddler Teacher at a daycare. I have over 25 years of experience working with children and 9 of those years have been as a Professional Nanny. Continuing education is a priority in my...
Sarah can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
5.0
"I am Sarah's current employer (she nannies for our 18-month old daughter, M.). The family in Ohio who ends up with this wonderful woman in their home is very, very lucky. As a busy, dual-professional couple who travel frequently with no family in town, we needed a...
I grew up in a family of 5 children where playing outside with my siblings was a favorite activity. Since I was 13 y. o. I have been involved in managing small groups of young ones who would come over to my family's house to sing and play together. In the years since, I have baby sat for several families including caring for an...
Anna can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, grocery shopping, travel, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Anna was amazing with my 1.5 year old daughter! It was my first time using a babysitter, so I was anxious and nervous. But she made me feel better about using babysitter to get a small break for myself. Thank you again for being with my daughter! "
I have been working with children from a very young age, but my career blossomed in college when I became a summer assistant in a public school program. While there I helped to teach a variety of subjects to students in grades K-5th. Once the school year came around, I became an after school tutor where I primarily helped 5th...
Celestine can also help with: Craft assistance, swimming supervision
I'm an aunt and have several young cousins. I have lots of friends with young children, and years of experience volunteering in church nursery and children's church.
I love adapting my play style to each child's preferences. My niece loves being pushed around on her toy train and my friend's daughter enjoys singing her favorite...
Katrina can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep
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Recent reading tutor reviews in Dexter, MI
Megan M.
5.0
Megan was our nanny for the first year of the pandemic. We had a 6yr old girl and twin 4yr olds at the time. She was very punctual and an amazing communicator. She was not distracted by her phone and did not distract kids with screens - she was very active, engaged, and present nanny. She planned...
- Katrina D.
Rachel V.
5.0
Rachel is a living person who has a gift with children.
- Linda B.
Kelly C.
5.0
Kelly has been wonderful to work with. She provided summer care for my soon to be seven year old. My little lived her best life playing at Kelly’s, swimming, doing activities, and getting time every day she was there doing some academics. I will definitely hire Kelly again, in fact, I am hoping she...
- Care member
Jeni T.
5.0
Jeni is the early childhood whisperer! She is poised, knowledgeable, patient, and passionate about kids and families. She exudes excellent character values and morals in addition to a conscientious attitude toward caregiving.
- Kennan P.
Ashley W.
5.0
Ashley has been tutoring my 3 children for many months now. She is very patient and kind. My children love her and look forward to learning with her on a weekly basis! I recommend her for all families who are in need of assistance.
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FAQs for finding reading tutors in Dexter, MI
How much do reading tutors charge near me in Dexter, MI?
Hiring a local reading tutor in Dexter, MI on Care.com will cost an average of $20.00 per hour as of April 2025. This rate may vary depending on the experience each candidate has, how often you will need them to help your child with reading and the age of your child.
How can I find a reading tutor near me in Dexter, MI?
Care.com currently has 5 reading tutors in Dexter, MI. You can search for candidates by their distance from Dexter and compare your options by hourly rate, the experience each reading tutor has and the specific skills they can teach. You can also see reviews from other families in Dexter that have worked with a reading tutor you're interested in.
What questions should I ask a potential reading tutor in Dexter, MI?
The goal of hiring a reading tutor is to improve your child's grades and vocabulary. Ask questions about the process each tutor uses to get these results from the kids they've worked with in the past. Also ask each reading tutor if they are familiar with some of the goals the schools in Dexter have. Finally, see how long they are willing to commit to helping your child with their reading tasks. Your child may only need a few tutoring sessions or long-term help with their reading that could require the tutor to stay with them the entire school year.
How can I safely hire a reading tutor for my child near me in Dexter, MI?
When hiring a reading tutor, parents are likely concerned about safety. To help you find a reading tutor safely near you in Dexter, MI, we ask all reading tutors listed on Care.com to complete a background check known as a CareCheck (look for a badge on their profile that shares when they had this background check run). However, to safely hire a reading tutor, we strongly advise you to do your own research by requesting references, interviewing multiple candidates, and running an independent background check.
What types of reading tutors near me in Dexter, MI can I hire?
With the help of Care.com, you can find the best reading tutors for your child. You can find tutors for reading at all levels. From learning how phonics work to improving reading comprehension. Once your child gets older, you may even want to switch to a writing tutor who can help them develop their writing skills alongside their reading comprehension skills.